Obituaries
Gary Lynn Longcore
Jul 18, 2024
Gary Lynn Longcore, of Paw Paw, passed away on July 18, 2024, at the age of 63. Gary was the son of Clarence Longcore, Jr. and Joanne Stearns, born on August 31, 1960.
Gary enjoyed fishing, playing golf, and working on various farms for friends. He had a true talent for fixing motors. Regardless of what type of motor, or what...
Edgar "Jack" Bennett Austin
Jul 17, 2024
Edgar "Jack" Bennett Austin, 89, of Paw Paw, passed away Wednesday, July 17, 2024, at Borgess Pipp Hospital in Plainwell.
He was born August 22, 1934, in Paw Paw, Michigan, the son of Edgar Charles Austin and Morgie Violet (Glidden) Austin.
Jack grew up on his family farm in Mattawan, he was taught the value of hard work from a young age....
Norman L. Specht
Jul 6, 2024
Norman L. Specht, 87, of Lawton, passed away peacefully Saturday, July 6, 2024, at Rose Arbor Hospice in Kalamazoo. Norm was born August 20, 1936, in Porter Township, the son of Norman and Alice (Hughes) Specht. He resided in the area his entire life. Norm was at his happiest on the farm harvesting hay.
Funeral services for Norm will be held...
Carolyn Joyce (Cramer) Sage
Jul 6, 2024
Carolyn "Joyce" Sage, passed away peacefully at Bronson Commons July 6, 2024. Joyce's family is extremely grateful to the staff at Bronson Commons and Centrica Care Navigators Hospice for the care they provided to her during her final weeks.
Born in Jackson, Ohio, on March 23, 1925, to the late Charles and Margaret (Jacobs) Cramer. She graduated from Jackson High School...
David Paul DeCou
Jul 2, 2024
David Paul DeCou of Paw Paw, Michigan, devout husband, father, educator, and coach, passed away peacefully at his home on July 2, 2024. Born on December 29, 1947 to Glen and Leota DeCou in Saginaw, Michigan, David grew up in Vassar, Michigan. He graduated as The Valedictorian of Vassar High School Class of 1966. After high school, David attended Albion College,...
Patricia "Patty" Iris (Bauer) Terry
Jul 1, 2024
Patricia Iris (Bauer) Terry, 68, of Lawton, passed away Monday, July 1, 2024, at Bronson Methodist Hospital in Kalamazoo.
She was born May 23, 1956, in Paw Paw, Michigan, the daughter of Walter Bauer and Maxine (Abbott) Bauer.
Patty was a woman of many hobbies and interests. She loved to fish, cook, put together puzzles and hang out with her family, friends...
Peggy Lou Nicholas
Jun 26, 2024
Peggy “Peg” Nicholas age 87, of Lawrence, passed away peacefully Wednesday morning June 26, 2024, with her son & daughter-in-law at her bedside following a courageous battle with cancer. Peggy was born in her family’s home on June 21, 1937, in Lawton, MI to Maurice & Gertrude (Hulbert) Bailey. She was the second born of five children (3 girls &...
Larry Alan Morrison
Jun 21, 2024
Larry Alan Morrison, 80, of Lawton, passed away peacefully surrounded by family during the late hours of Friday June 21, 2024.
He was born June 26, 1943, in Kalamazoo, Michigan, the son of James Morrison and Ruth (Hyde) Morrison.
To know Larry was to know his love of Corvettes. Larry owned 9 beloved Corvettes during his life! He was a...
Ruth Marilyn Wilkinson
Jun 13, 2024
Ruth Wilkinson, 91, of Paw Paw, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Thursday, June 13, 2024, at her home in Paw Paw.
She was born June 30, 1932, in Chicago, Illinois, the daughter of Leroy Renwick and Nelle (Lutz) Renwick.
Ruth graduated from Loretto Academy in Chicago, Illinois. She then earned her Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry and Physics from Mount Mary...
Judy Ann Willett
Jun 8, 2024
Judy Ann Willett, 82, of Paw Paw, passed away Saturday, June 8, 2024. She was born April 16, 1942 in Charleston, South Carolina, the daughter of the late Frank Edward Brown and Ann Viola (Davis) Brown. She married Earl Eugene Willett who preceded her in death September 27, 2023.Judy is survived by her two sisters, Nancy (Armin) Gaul and Sherry (Larry)...
Mary Letha Fuller
Jun 5, 2024
Mary Letha Fuller, 85, of Kalamazoo, passed away peacefully early Wednesday morning, June 5, 2024, at Rose Arbor Hospice in Kalamazoo.She was born September 27, 1938, in McLeod, Texas, the daughter of Bedford Steve Terry and Gladys (Norman) Gibbs. Mary could often be found tending to her gorgeous garden and quietly watching the wildlife outside of her window, especially the colorful...
Marian Elaine Sinkewiz
Jun 4, 2024
Marian passed away Tuesday evening, June 4, 2024, at Shands Hospital, Jacksonville, FL.
She was born in Grand Rapids, MI on March 12, 1940, the daughter of the late Nathaniel and Helen (Beckner) Johnson. She was a graduate of Bentley High School and attended both Olivet Nazarene and Southern Illinois Universities.
She was a wonderful mother who was always there when we...
Norma Jean Whiteman
Jun 3, 2024
Norma Jean Whiteman, 91, of Lawrence, passed away peacefully surrounded by family during the morning hours of June 3, 2024.
She was born September 20, 1932, the daughter of Sherman Austin and Lula (Knapp) Austin.
Norma will be remembered for being a good mother and grandmother, helping to raise her grandchildren and great grandchildren. She was a faithful church attendee when she...
William "Bill" Joseph Burggraf
Jun 2, 2024
William “Bill” Joseph Burggraf, age 86, of Mattawan, passed away, Sunday, June 2, 2024, at his home in Mattawan. Bill was born on June 12, 1937, in Kalamazoo, Michigan to George and Cleo (Ulrich) Burggraf. Bill worked in Vicksburg, Michigan for Lee Paper Company; while living in the area he met his former wife (Patricia Smith) and they were blessed...
Bonnie Sue Williams
May 21, 2024
Bonnie Sue Williams, 85, of Mattawan, passed away Tuesday, May 21, 2024, at Bronson Methodist Hospital in Kalamazoo.She was born January 5, 1939, in Crockett, Tennessee, the daughter of Woodrow William Rylant and Odessa U. (Lentz) Rylant. By fate, Bonnie became next door neighbors to a young man by the name of Millard Williams when she was 16. On June 15,...
Dixie L. Pedersen
May 17, 2024
Dixie L. Pedersen, 86, passed away with family by her side on Friday, May 17th, 2024, in her home in Decatur, MI.Dixie was born on April 28th, 1938, to Dick and Grace (Hunsberger) Murphy in Dowagiac, MI. She graduated from Dowagiac Union High School in 1956 and went on to hold a job as a telephone operator.On April 20, 1968,...
Jack Sidney Webb
May 17, 2024
John "Jack" Jack Sidney Webb was born December 20, 1959, in Marshall, Michigan and passed away peacefully in his home surrounded by his family on May 17, 2024. Jack was preceded in death by his father, Sidney Webb. He is survived by his loving wife, Kathy; Son, Steven John (Joce) Webb; former daughter in law, Kelly Webb; special nephew, Joseph Bigelow; grandchildren,...
Evelyn Ann Gyllstrom
May 16, 2024
Evelyn Ann Gyllstrom, 88, a lifelong resident of Marcellus, passed away Thursday, May 16, 2024, at White Oaks Assisted Living in Lawton.
She was born November 7, 1935, in Three Rivers, Michigan, the daughter of Ernest Richardson and Lela M. (Worthington) Richardson.
Evelyn graduated from Marcellus High School in June of 1954. A few days later, on June 19, 1954, she married...
Shirley Elsie Mae Figg
May 15, 2024
Shirley Elsie Mae Figg, 93, of Paw Paw, passed away Wednesday, May 15, 2024 at Bronson Methodist Hospital in Kalamazoo. She was born May 9, 1931 in Kalamazoo, Michigan, the daughter of Robert W Larson and Nina Bell (Cuddeback) Larson.Shirley was employed at the Van Buren County Abstract Officer for 36 years. She had a strong work ethic and truly loved...
Evelyn Eileen Petsinger
May 12, 2024
Evelyn Petsinger, 91, of Portage, formerly of Jefferson City, Missouri, passed away peacefully Sunday May 12, 2024, at StoryPoint Portage.The daughter of William and Ottilga Lembke, she was born September 16, 1932, in Neche, North Dakota, and spent her childhood years there. When she got older, life with Lyle took her from coast to coast. Life in California brought along...
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